Imagine the following: you wake up during the night with a throbbing pain in your jaw. That tooth you have been ignoring is finally getting its revenge on you. You will have to go to the dentist. While the pain is preventing you from going back to sleep, you think about getting injected in your
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Fish can seem pretty easy to keep – some water and food and you’re sorted. This is very far from true! And probably the reason why many pet fish don’t enjoy the kind of lifespan they should … We look at a few common mistakes fish owners make. Planning is vital Our daily lives revolve
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Q: How do I know my cat has worms? A: In both cats and dogs, there may not be any clinical signs that they have worms, while other animals show recognisable symptoms. Different types of worms show different signs of ‘worm burden’ or verminosis, and the animal’s age, immune status and the severity of the
We imagine a debate between dog people and cat people about which animal is most intelligent will result in a heated conversation! While not as much research has been done on the intelligence of cats compared to how much has been done on dogs, the fact is that they both show unique levels of brainpower.
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Many of us grew up being taught that one dog year equals seven human years. So, if your dog is five years old, he is the equivalent of a 35-year-old human. This theory is still extremely popular, but in truth, it’s far from accurate. A dog’s human age is influenced by factors such as size,
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Q: My dog chews rocks that he finds in the garden. Is there a reason why I should be worried? A: Yes, you should be worried, as this a very dangerous habit that can potentially lead to the death of your dog. There are a few reasons why your dog eats or chews something that
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There are various reasons why certain people prefer their loveable ball of fur to rather stay indoors, and it is definitely safer. Where the great outdoors supply a myriad of natural activities and stimulation to adventurous cats, the dangers sometimes outweigh the benefits. When keeping your cat safer indoors, it is important to provide extra
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These days when adopting a dog, whether purebred or rescue, the animal should be spayed or neutered before you collect him. However, there are cases where this has not happened for whatever reason, and in case you were wondering whether to spay or neuter, or not, herewith are a few facts busting the myths about
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Looking for a feathery friend who is friendly and relatively easy to care for? The budgie might just be an option for you. Shopping list Before your budgie gets home, everything he is going to need has to be in place. These are some examples: First of all, you will need a cage. This is
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Q: What is the healthiest diet for an African Grey? A: A few things to remember about your parrot’s diet – firstly, many bird owners don’t know that seeds can be harmful to their parrots, and that feeding only seeds can create an imbalance in their diet. Giving your bird a high-quality pellet should give
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Diabetes in people is quite common, and we have a good idea of what to look out for. The question is: do you know that cats also suffer from diabetes? Even more important: do you know what the symptoms are? If you suspect that your cat suffers from diabetes, have a look at the symptoms
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Every so often we hear it on the news. A child has been seriously injured after being bitten by a dog. This is often followed by outrage and a lot of debate. Why did it happen? Who is to blame? What should happen to the dog? The parents, the dog or the child – whose
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